Most countries' visitors can enter visa-free, with specific requirements depending on passport nationality. It is recommended to check the destination's official immigration/entrance website before departing to confirm the latest regulations, and ensure the passport has sufficient validity.

Destinations typically have well-developed public transport networks, including underground/metro, buses, and taxi services. Purchasing stored-value transport cards (such as Macau Bus Card, Hong Kong Octopus, Taiwan EasyCard) can make using public transport convenient.

Each place uses the local legal tender. Macau uses the Macau Pataca (MOP), Hong Kong uses the Hong Kong Dollar (HKD), Taiwan uses the New Taiwan Dollar (NTD), and Japan uses the Japanese Yen (JPY). Major shopping centres and hotels generally accept credit cards, whilst markets and small shops primarily use cash.

Each region has a rich food culture. Macau has Portuguese egg tarts, pork chop buns and Macanese cuisine; Hong Kong has dim sum, roasted meats and curry fish balls; Taiwan has bubble tea, xiaolongbao and night market delicacies; Japan has sushi, ramen and tempura.

Respecting local cultural customs is a fundamental requirement of civilised tourism. Dress conservatively at religious sites, seek permission before taking photographs, and avoid speaking loudly. In Japan, specific etiquette must be observed in restaurants and public places, such as bowing at temples and removing shoes when entering indoor spaces.